Home From College

Home From College (H/FC) is a career platform designed for Gen-Z professionals. Founded in 2021 by Julia Haber and Kaj Zandvliet, the company offers a marketplace where brands can connect with young professionals in a novel way compared to traditional job sites. The platform's core product, H/FC GIG, allows students to find and apply for flexible opportunities ranging from one-day projects to continuous roles that align with their location, interests, and skills. These opportunities span various fields including freelance work, content creation, ambassador programs, product testing, and internships. Home From College aims to address the issue that 80% of college students graduate without professional work experience. The platform serves as an entry point for young professionals to test new roles, bolster their resumes, and often gain their first source of income. For employers, Home From College simplifies the process of reviewing, contracting, managing, paying, and sourcing long-term hires. As of April 2024, the platform had over 100,000 users across all 50 states and had experienced annual revenue growth of 300%. Home From College's approach is particularly relevant as Gen Z is projected to account for 30% of the US labor pool by 2030, equating to nearly 50 million jobs.